Naartjie Island (AAA) Strain

Naartjie Island AAA (pronounced “nar-chee”) is a rare, sativa-dominant exotic named after South Africa’s beloved naartjie fruit (a sweet, citrusy tangerine). This AAA-grade tropical delight delivers bright, energizing effects and a juicy, citrus-forward terpene profile, making it perfect for daytime creativity or social adventures.

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Genetics & Background of Naartjie Island AAA

• Lineage: Unknown (likely a sativa landrace or Haze hybrid crossed with a citrus strain)

• THC Content: 16% – 22% (moderate, but effects feel stronger due to terpenes)

• CBD Content: <1%

• Type: Sativa-dominant (70/30 or 80/20 sativa/indica split)

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Appearance, Aroma & Flavor

Looks

• Lanky, spear-shaped buds (classic sativa structure)

• Vibrant green with golden-orange hairs

• Frosty trichomes (less dense than indicas but still resinous)

Smell & Taste

• Aroma: Zesty tangerine, tropical mango, and fresh pine (like a Caribbean fruit market)

• Flavor: Tangy citrus, sweet peach, and earthy spice on the exhale

• Terpene Profile: Limonene (dominant), pinene, myrcene (uplifting + anti-anxiety)

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Effects & Uses of Naartjie Island AAA

High Experience

• Initial Effects: Cerebral rush, euphoria, and mental clarity (within minutes)

• Body Effects: Light, floaty relaxation (no couch-lock)

• Duration: 2-3 hours (long-lasting for a sativa)

Medical Benefits

• Depression & fatigue (mood-lifting)

• ADHD & focus issues (sharpens mental clarity)

• Stress & anxiety (if dosed moderately)

• Nausea relief (citrus terpenes help settle stomachs)

Possible Side Effects

• Dry mouth & eyes (common)

• Mild anxiety (if overconsumed by sensitive users)

• Increased energy (not for nighttime use)

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Growing Info

• Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced (sativas stretch tall, need training)

• Flowering Time: 10-12 weeks (longer than hybrids)

• Yield: Medium (but high-quality, terpy buds)

• Best Grown: Outdoors (loves sunlight and humidity) or indoors with height control

• Key Trait: Extreme terpene expression (smells like a citrus grove)

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Similar Strains

• Tangie (more orange-forward, similar effects)

• Durban Poison (earthy-spicy, pure sativa energy)

• Super Lemon Haze (more lemon, equally uplifting)

• Maui Wowie (tropical, slightly milder)

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Why Choose Naartjie Island AAA?

 Exotic, juicy citrus flavor (like biting into a ripe naartjie)
Clean, energizing high (no burnout)
Great for creativity, hiking, or socializing
Rare sativa gem (not your average strain)

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Final Verdict

Naartjie Island AAA is a tropical sativa treasure—ideal for flavor chasers and daytime adventurers. If you love bright, citrusy strains that boost mood without anxiety, this is a must-try.